Overshadowed by its bigger brother, the G Wagon, the Mercedes-AMG GLS 63 often goes unnoticed in the world of performance luxury SUVs. Only customers who want third-row seating have it at the back of their minds. But if the standard model isn't enough for your liking, you can get it in various tastes from Brabus, all resulting from the German tuner's relationship with Mercedes that goes way back to the 1970s. Why the Superblack and not the other Brabus GLS 63? Brabus's main line for it is that "it's always better in black," and we couldn't agree more. And in addition to that, it comes with more power than the standard GLS 63 and promises better luxury and comfort not only for the first and second-row occupants but for the third-row's as well. But before we get to the interior, let's get into how much power the Brabus 900 Superblack GLS 63 has. The name is quite a mouthful, don't you think?
The Brabus 900 Superblack Mercedes-AMG GLS 63 has the same 4.0-liter twin-turbocharged V8 as the standard GLS 63 but with increased bore and stroke, resulting in 4.5-liter engine that Brabus calls the Brabus Rocket 900. That's not all. They strap on two of their in-house developed twin turbos, which, together with the increased displacement, lead to 900 horsepower and around 920 lb.ft. However, they keep the standard 9-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. Assuming the weight doesn't change by much, that power is enough to send the nearly 6,000-pound SUV to 60 mph in 3.6 seconds and to a top speed of 205 mph. Impressive, but whether you're brave enough to attempt a top-speed run in an SUV that's almost the size of an apartment is up to you to find out.
Inside the Brabus 900 Superblack GLS 63, Brabus leaves no area untouched, stripping it of all that it came with from factory and turning it into an all-black cabin. The seats are wrapped in black seashell diamond quilted leather extending to the doors, steering wheel, center console, and dashboard. Plus, there's more carbon fiber on the same surfaces, putting the car's high-performance nature into perspective. But black is not the only color in the cabin. Upon closer inspection, you'll notice shadow gray glazing on the aluminum pedals, switches, trim panels, handles, air vents, and speaker covers, enhancing visibility and aesthetic appeal.
Its name defines Brabus 900 Superblack Mercedes-AMG GLS 63, but beyond all the paintwork, the car has exposed carbon fiber on the bumpers and fender flares, enhancing its aggressive and luxurious appeal. Some of the carbon fiber elements, such as the front splitter, rear diffuser, and fender flares, also improve the car's aerodynamics. The exterior's highlight are the 24-inch Brabus Monoblock Z Platinum edition wheels, which suit the car better than any stock wheels. Plus, being finished in black, they match the gloss black brake calipers, creating a cohesive appeal that aligns with the rest of the car.
Being among Mercedes's high-end luxury offerings, the Mercedes-AMG GLS 63 gets the best of what the German automaker has to offer, all of which is carried to the Brabus 900 Superblack GLS 63. Inside, you get two 12.3-inch displays taking up most of the dashboard, with one serving as a digital instrument cluster and the other as an infotainment display running on Mercedes-Benz's MBUX software. Some expected features include Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, Mercedes virtual assistant, and navigation. Comfort features are plentiful as well. For example, the first and second-row seats are heated, ventilated, massaging, and multi-position adjustable courtesy of Brabus. The safety and driver assist features remain as Mercedes offered, including the essentials such as ABS, stability control, traction control, and more such as automated emergency braking, pedestrian detection and more. However, it's likely that Brabus played around with some of them, such as launch control due to the upgraded powertrain.
Priced at almost $470,000, the Brabus 900 Superblack Mercedes-AMG GLS 63 costs three times more than the standard GLS 63. It's still worth buying, especially if you prefer exclusivity, since it's not every day you see a Brabus GLS, whether a Superblack or not. If you're sold on buying one, check our Mercedes listings, which have a couple of GLS 63s for sale.
Performance luxury SUVs that combine practicality and bold style are few and far between, but the Brabus 900 Superblack GLS 63 defies the norm. From thrilling performance to head-turning blacked-out design, it's sure to leave a lasting impression. Exotic Car Trader creates an exclusive and safe way of buying and selling cars, eliminating the daunting experiences of private selling for buyers and sellers. Every vehicle listed on Exotic Car Trader goes through a private seller verification process, ensuring legitimacy for our buyers. Also, Exotic Car Trader's car buying process is well outlined, with all fees and packages providing our buyers with a seamless and inclusive experience. We can handle the escrow of funds at no additional cost to the buyer and seller, and we also provide trade-in and financing options for buyers. For transaction safety, our Transactions Team is world-class and equipped with industry fraud detection tools to ensure a safe and secure transaction. These are just some of the benefits you enjoy when buying or selling on Exotic Car Trader. Contact us for listing services or to buy a car on Exotic Car Trader today.
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